Is Applebee's Open on Thanksgiving 2026?

Is Applebee's Open on Thanksgiving?

Applebee's is open at some locations on Thanksgiving, but not all of them. Hours on the holiday depend on the location you plan to visit.

Hours status for this holiday: varies. Hours on this page come from 2025, so they may not match this year's schedule.

For a planned family meal, it helps to choose your location early. Consider calling ahead if you need a table, since holiday hours can differ from regular ones.

Applebee's Thanksgiving Hours

Checking Your Applebee's Before Thanksgiving

Many Applebee's restaurants are franchised or independently run. That means each owner can set its own holiday schedule, so a nearby store may keep different hours than the one you pick. If you are choosing a location, look at the address listed for it so you know you have the right store.

To check one store, you have a few easy options. Use the store locator on the company's holiday hours page, open the app, or call the restaurant directly. A phone call gives you the most current answer for that location.

• Store locator: find your restaurant on the company's holiday hours page.
• App: look up your location and review its listed details.
• Phone: call the restaurant and ask whether it is open.

Other Stores Open on Thanksgiving

• Dave & Buster's: Varies by location
• LongHorn Steakhouse: Closed
• Olive Garden: Closed

Common Questions

Do All Applebee's Locations Follow the Same Holiday Hours?

No. Hours vary by location, so the restaurant you plan to visit is the one to check. Do not assume a store near you matches another.

Can I Trust Older Hours Listings?

Be careful with older listings. The hours information on this page is from 2025, so confirm with your location before you leave home.

What If the Location I Want Is Closed?

Look at another nearby location and check its hours too. Calling ahead saves time if your plans depend on a specific restaurant.